LEWIS HAMILTON revealed his heartbreak and devastation after a beloved young fan died.

The Mercedes star, 37, took to Instagram to express his sadness following Isla’s tragic passing.

Lewis Hamilton’s young fan Isla sadly passed awayCredit: Instagram

The F1 star paid his own personal touching tributeCredit: Instagram

He posted the heartfelt message on his storyCredit: Instagram
Hamilton met Isla at the Spanish Grand Prix when she was five and had been told she was terminally ill.

They then reconnected at Silverstone and Hamilton dedicated his 2022 F1 season to the girl.

But now the seven-time F1 world champion is clearly struggling to cope with Isla’s death.

He posted a series of pictures of Isla, including a beautiful one of him holding the youngster, on his Instagram story.

Grieving Hamilton wrote in his emotion message: “Devastated to hear about Isla’s passing.

“Meeting this little girl and her family at Silverstone was powerful and moving she was a fighter and an inspiration to us all.

“Her memory will be with me always.”

He later added: “I can’t stop thinking about Isla.

‘SHATTERED MY HEART’

But he explained afterwards he was distracted after his initial encounter with Isla.

The Stevenage driver said at the time: “Today at the track I had to work extra hard to focus. That’s because today I met a beautiful little girl Isla and her parents.

“She’s so full of light, her smile alone brought more happiness than I can put into words.

“I learned that Isla’s only five years old and terminally ill. It’s shattered my heart.

“Seeing her smile and strength is the greatest gift and I just want to thank Isla and her parents for sharing that with me.

“I cannot wait to see you at Silverstone and give you a hug and thank you in person.

“I’m going to give everything tomorrow and the rest of this season for you, Isla.”